India, June 22 -- An unusual discussion over drinking water arrangements sparked laughter across party lines in the Tamil Nadu assembly on Monday after DMDK leader Premalatha Vijayakanth made a request regarding the supply of water to members.

During the proceedings, Premalatha suggested that water be served to legislators in glass bottles instead of the existing arrangement.

Her proposal prompted an immediate response from former Tamil Nadu chief minister O Panneerselvam, who interrupted to remark, "People will throw glass bottles at each other when they get angry."

The remark triggered laughter across the House, briefly interrupting proceedings and lightening the mood in the Assembly.

A video of the exchange shows chief minister Vij...